How To Fix INDEXING018 - No components for physical document &1 &2, catID &3, no deindexing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INDEXING - Messages that Occur During Indexing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No components for physical document &1 &2, catID &3, no deindexing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INDEXING018 - No components for physical document &1 &2, catID &3, no deindexing ?

  The SAP error message INDEXING018 indicates that there are no components available for a specified physical document in the context of deindexing. This typically occurs in the SAP ArchiveLink or Document Management System (DMS) when the system is trying to deindex a document that it cannot find or that does not have any associated components.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Components: The document specified by the physical document ID does not have any components associated with it in the database.
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID or category ID provided in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or incomplete data entries.
  Archiving Issues: The document may have been archived incorrectly or not at all, leading to a situation where the system cannot find the necessary components for deindexing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document ID: Check the physical document ID and category ID mentioned in the error message to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  Check Document Components: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or OAC0 (Archive Object Management) to check if the document has any associated components.
  Reindexing: If the document is valid but has no components, consider reindexing the document. This can sometimes resolve issues related to missing components.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This may involve using tools or transactions specific to your SAP version.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP Notes and documentation related to ArchiveLink and DMS for any specific guidance on handling this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a deeper system issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for reindexing), and OAC0 (for managing archive objects).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message INDEXING018 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on ArchiveLink and DMS functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the INDEXING018 error message in SAP.